Web application performance lies at the very core of user satisfaction and business success in today’s fast-moving digital environment. Performance testing includes load testing, which is conducted to see how well the system performs under heavy loads. JMeter and Selenium Grid are two major weapons in the performance tester’s arsenal. The blog goes on to… Continue reading Leverage Your Load Tests With JMeter And Selenium Grid
STLC is Software Testing Life Cycle, which is considered to be the most significant part of SDLC. It is known to involve all the processes that make sure the software functionalities and quality satisfy the user and business requirements. STLC is a systematic cycle of activities involved in the software development process to help effectively… Continue reading Comprehensive Guide to the Software Testing Lifecycle: Phases, Tools, and Best Practices
In the software development domain, a developer and QA analyst have always been two separate roles. A developer is the one who creates applications, whereas a QA analyst is responsible for testing applications for quality assurance and standards. But in small-sized projects, playing this dual role is supposed to not only be beneficial but also… Continue reading Can a person be both a Developer and QA analyst on a small-scale project?
Automation testing has been an innovative change in the sphere of software development. It surged the much-needed acceleration and accuracy in the testing process. Notwithstanding the many benefits, it has its set of challenges to talk about. These could be from setting up and configuration at the very beginning, compatibility issues in different environments, or… Continue reading What is the most challenging part of automation testing for you?
Quality is paramount in software for the digital age and underpins almost all aspects of our life and business. High-quality software not only gives a competitive advantage but also reliability, security, and user satisfaction. The more complex the development process of software, the more challenging it is to maintain quality. The top three most important… Continue reading 3 Strategies to Improve Software Quality
While working in small teams, in any software project, the devs (developers) and the QA professionals should have a good balance of responsibilities. Both roles are uniquely different and bring vital skills to the table, with the devs putting their focus on building the software and QA experts ensuring that it adheres to quality standards… Continue reading How to Balance Developer and QA Roles in Small Teams
With the ever-changing scenario in software development, teamwork between the developer and QA practitioner becomes critical. In this way, an efficient development process is expedited through productive teamwork, which results in not only a product but also enhanced product quality. However, despite sharing the common goal of delivering great software, the relationship between the two… Continue reading Lessons from the Trenches: Real-Life Stories of Developer and QA Collaboration
In the dynamic world of software development, two major roles driving any project towards success are the developers and QA analysts. Whereas the former area focuses on developing new software and features that bring any creative vision into reality, the latter has the critical duty of ‘breaking’ this software. This is not a process of… Continue reading Building vs Breaking: The Complementary Roles of Developers and QA Analysts
Testing one’s own code is a common practice among developers, most of whom are driven by various factors such as meeting project deadlines, minimizing costs, and a sense of responsibility unto oneself. However, more often than not, this entails a good deal of blind spots which inherently compromise the quality and functionality of the software.… Continue reading Common Blind Spots Developers Have When Testing Their Own Code
In the high-speed software development scenario, developers and Quality Assurance (QA) professionals have crucial roles but often distinct, significant mindsets. Developers create software, build features, solve technical problems, and push the boundaries of what software is capable of. QA professionals ensure that this software works correctly, satisfies all requirements, and is free of defects. While… Continue reading The Developer vs QA Mindset: Why Both Roles are Essential for Quality Software
